Dolores O’Riordan, the lead singer of the popular Irish rock band The Cranberries, passed away on January 15, 2018, at the age of 46. The cause of her death was determined to be accidental drowning due to alcohol intoxication. According to the coroner’s report, O’Riordan was found submerged face-up in the bath of her hotel room in London.
Toxicology tests revealed that she had a blood alcohol level four times over the driving limit at the time of her death. The report also stated that she had taken therapeutic amounts of prescription medication, including lorazepam, a sedative, and zopiclone, a sleep-inducing medication. However, these levels were not considered to be excessive.
O’Riordan had a long history of struggling with mental health issues, including depression and bipolar disorder, and had spoken openly about her battles with these conditions. She had also discussed her struggles with substance abuse in the past, particularly with alcohol.
It is believed that O’Riordan’s accidental drowning was a tragic consequence of her alcohol intoxication, which impaired her judgment and coordination, leading to her falling into the bathtub and being unable to resurface.
The news of her untimely death stunned fans around the world, who mourned the loss of her unique and powerful voice. O’Riordan’s passing was a tragic end to a talented musician’s life, leaving a lasting impact on the music industry and the hearts of her devoted fans.
